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product_id: 50069540
title: "Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate, 9 Litre"
brand: "tropica"
price: "1311 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Tropica"
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/50069540-tropica-plant-growth-aquarium-health-soil-substrate-9-litre
store_origin: DK
region: Denmark
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# Natural Japanese volcanic granulate 2-3mm grain size for easy planting Lowers pH & KH for optimal plant growth Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate, 9 Litre

**Brand:** tropica
**Price:** 1311 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your aquarium’s ecosystem with nature’s volcanic secret!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate, 9 Litre by tropica
- **How much does it cost?** 1311 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/50069540-tropica-plant-growth-aquarium-health-soil-substrate-9-litre)

## Best For

- tropica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tropica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Chemical Harmony:** Actively balances water pH and hardness to boost plant nutrient absorption.
- • **Pure Volcanic Power:** Harness the natural nutrient-rich volcanic substrate for vibrant aquatic life.
- • **All-in-One Foundation:** Complete bottom layer—no need for additional substrates, simplifying setup.
- • **User-Friendly Packaging:** Convenient pouch for easy, mess-free aquascaping and soil application.
- • **Perfect Planting Texture:** 2-3mm granules designed for effortless root anchoring and growth.

## Overview

Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate is a 9-litre natural Japanese volcanic granulate designed as a complete bottom layer for planted aquariums. Its 2-3mm grain size facilitates easy planting while actively lowering pH and KH levels to enhance nutrient uptake and stimulate vibrant plant growth, especially red hues. Packaged in a user-friendly pouch, it simplifies aquascaping and supports a thriving aquatic environment from day one.

## Description

Product Description Aquarium Soil is a Japanese natural volcanic granulate material. Aquarium Soil naturally reduces your KH and pH value and enhances the ability of the plants to absorb nutrients. Aquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning and boosts the red plant shades and is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer. Aquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry. We recommend that you change 25-50 percent of the water minimum twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium. Available in 9 litre. Safety Warning Avoid inhalation. Change water regularly to maintain aquarium health. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Box Contains 1 x Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Planted Fish Tank Health Soil Substrate 9 Litre See more

Review: Great Substrate - This stuff is amazing if you want a planted aquarium. I've never been able to get plants to survive and it turns out the substrate was the issue. Be advised it is a light substrate and will get kicked up and moved around if you have active fish (plecs will burrow in this stuff). I'm told you can layer a heavier substrate over this but I just do a little rearranging when needed instead and that works for me.
Review: Tropical Plant soil. - I love this soil. Wish I started using it a long time ago. Using this soil in conjunction with evolution aqua complete plant food and the results are amazing. My aquarium is now 3months old and the growth is still getting better every week.

## Features

- A complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer
- Aquarium Soil is a Japanese natural volcanic granulate material
- The grain size of 2-3mm which makes it easy for planting
- Aquarium Soil ensures proper growth and stimulates red colours
- Bag pouch allows for easy use / aquascaping

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00TU4PYC6 |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 77,457 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 429 in Live Aquarium Plants |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (695) |
| Date First Available | 20 Feb. 2015 |
| Item Form | Solid |
| Item Weight | 1 kg |
| Item model number | TROPICA-SOIL-9L |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pet Type | Fish |
| Product Dimensions | 49 x 34 x 12 cm; 1 kg |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | 9 l (Pack of 1) |
| Volume | 9 Litres |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tropica
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 05703249711007
- **Item weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Style:** Japanese

## Images

![Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate, 9 Litre - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jLOgAB5zL.jpg)
![Tropica Plant Growth Aquarium Health Soil Substrate, 9 Litre - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71z7RFtdkvL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How many litres would I need to purchase for an aquarium with dimensions, 60x35x40 cm?**
A: 9 would probably do. I used about 12-14l in my 180litre community (about 100x35x40ish)

**Q: How long does this product last from when you initially setup in the aquarium. Ie do you have to change the substrate after 1year?**
A: The soil should not be changed. Soil can serve for 5 years. You need to take care of making it clean. it is recommended once a week to well siphonize the soil - to remove the various residues - which are formed during the life of the aquarium

**Q: what colour is this soil?**
A: Colour is this soil is BLACK

**Q: Will this soil leach ammonia for the first few weeks**
A: Here is info from Tropica about this soil:
Aquarium Soil is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer
The grain size of 2-3 mm makes it easy for planting
Aquarium Soil ensures proper growth and stimulates red colours
How to use the product:
Aquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning, and boosts the red plant shades.

It is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.

Aquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry.
We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.

How do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank?

Measure your tank’s length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm.
Consider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm.
Make the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect!
The calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000.
In our example, 90 x 60 x 8/1000 = 43,2 L Soil/Soil Powder needed.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Substrate
*by S***S on 16 July 2025*

This stuff is amazing if you want a planted aquarium. I've never been able to get plants to survive and it turns out the substrate was the issue. Be advised it is a light substrate and will get kicked up and moved around if you have active fish (plecs will burrow in this stuff). I'm told you can layer a heavier substrate over this but I just do a little rearranging when needed instead and that works for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tropical Plant soil.
*by R***L on 5 May 2019*

I love this soil. Wish I started using it a long time ago. Using this soil in conjunction with evolution aqua complete plant food and the results are amazing. My aquarium is now 3months old and the growth is still getting better every week.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good growth
*by A***M on 12 July 2025*

High quality aquarium substrate included live bacteria helps with establishing a new tank Pricier than others but worth it when you see the development of plants in your aquarium I recommend checking how much you need as this is quite a big bag.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-08*